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An enormous pulse of wave energy will soon reach Southern California and continue north, raising sea levels by half a foot and increasing threats from swells and tides.
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An enormous pulse of wave energy will soon reach Southern California, raising sea levels by half a foot and increasing threats from swells and tides.
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The New York Times
Context Type
News Article
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{
    "date": "2026-09-30",
    "event": "El Ni\u00f1o Kelvin wave",
    "location": "Southern California"
}
Subject Tags
California Oceanography El Niño Sea Levels
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October 1, 2026 at 4:01 PM (1 week ago)
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October 1, 2026 at 4:01 PM (1 week ago)

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A Kelvin Wave Is Heading Toward the California Coast, Bringing Trouble
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https://nytimes.com/2026/09/30/climate/el-nino-storm-flooding-kelvin-waves.html

An enormous Kelvin wave, generated by El Niño, is expected to raise sea levels off Southern California by half a foot or more, increasing threats of coastal flooding and erosion. This comes as other factors, including warm Pacific waters and peak tidal cycles, also contribute to higher ocean levels.

El Niño Kelvin Wave Sea Level Rise California Coast Coastal Flooding Climate Change Oceanography Weather Hazards

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